""If a retained placenta is not treated, the mother is susceptible to both infection and extreme blood loss, which could be life-threatening,""
""I had low muscle tone, I could only walk like an old lady, really, for a long time. I had the up-and-down, hideous scar... that I had a tummy tuck to get rid of.""
A retained placenta is defined as remaining in the uterus after 30 minutes following delivery. Untreated retained placenta can lead to infection and extreme blood loss, which can be life-threatening. Postpartum complications can include prolonged low muscle tone that impairs normal walking and mobility. Surgical or cosmetic interventions, such as a tummy tuck, may be pursued to address persistent scarring. Prompt recognition and treatment of retained placenta are important to reduce the risk of severe hemorrhage and subsequent health consequences for the mother.
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